The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Mayor's Office of Special Events, working closely with the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD), make sure that all city-sponsored festivals and events are accessible to persons with hearing, vision and physical disabilities. Details are available at the MOPD website along with a list of disability-related events taking place throughout the city, most notably the Disability Pride Parade and AccessChicago, held each July. Details are available on Explore Chicago, the City of Chicago's Official Tourism Site.

Events

While Chicago may be best known for its summer music festivals in Grant Park, an endless variety of festivities and cultural events takes place year-round. Many are free or affordable so even families on a tight budget can participate. For full listings of upcoming events in the Chicago area or throughout Illinois, click the following links.